Transportation Litigation Attorney

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Wilson Elser is seeking a Transportation Litigation Attorney for our Houston office. The ideal candidate will handle litigation matters for a large international logistics provider, with a focus on transportation regulations and emerging legal issues.

This role offers a proactive environment with strong collaboration across national offices, opportunities to manage matters from start to finish, and a hybrid work arrangement to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active admission to practice in the State of Texas.
• Minimum 3+ years of general casualty litigation experience.
• Experience with transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory issues preferred.
• Deposition and motion practice experience required; trial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage a litigation caseload under supervision of senior attorneys.
• Perform legal research and analysis on transportation laws, regulations, and standards.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and related documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices to support a cohesive team environment.
• Prepare client-facing case analysis reports with proactive resolution strategies.

Skills

Deposition experience

Motion practice

Trial experience

Analytical skills

Strong written and oral communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long‑term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Transportation Litigation Attorney position in our Houston Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney to work on our firm’s representation of a large international logistics services provider. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, specifically within the transportation sector and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys, proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
• Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Texas
• 3+ years of general casualty litigation experience
• Transportation andlogistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred
• Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required
• Deposition and motion practice experience required
• Trialexperience preferred
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Sophisticatedtechnical skills necessary

Why Join Wilson Elser?

• Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
• Advancement: Gain opportunities for long‑term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work‑life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

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